Playtime Can Be Fun For Parents, Too. Here’s How.

If you ever feel like playing with your child is one more thing to cross off your long to-do list, you’re not alone. But here’s a secret — playing with your child doesn’t demand grand gestures. Tiny, consistent shifts in your attention and energy let you bond, connect, and be silly.   Why Playtime Matters […]

Tuvaband – Making Space For Motherhood

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I’m Rewriting My Setlist: Making Space for Motherhood     I knew I wanted to have children ever since I was a child myself. Being a self-employed artist, making alternative music, the income is unpredictable and really low. I’ve been putting a crazy amount of time into the work, and in periods I could find […]

How to Plan a Fun and Safe Playdate for Toddlers

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8 Tips For Creating Happy and Safe Playdates   Playdates can be a total blast or a total bust, depending on how you plan them. With toddlers, a little structure and a lot of safety can go a long way. Here’s how to create playdates that are fun, fuss-free, and meltdown-proof for everyone involved.   […]

Hot Topics For Summer Reading: Helpful Resources For Parents

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SUMMERTIME! Parents and grandparents enjoy being outdoors, exploring the beauty of nature, participating in games and activities, and, most importantly, having fun spending quality time with their little ones!   Summer offers plentiful opportunities for reading. Regardless of one’s age, there are exciting books to read, share, and discuss. For parents, there are also many […]

Grandparents Feeling Alienated?

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Grandparents often play a significant role in a child’s development and across her adult lifespan. Many children who’ve grown up with active and involved grandparents report how precious and important those relationships have been in shaping their values and creating a treasure chest of beautiful memories. Unfortunately, however, rifts among grandparents and their own adult […]

From Screen Time to Story Time:  Using Imagination to Build Problem-Solving Skills 

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From Screen Time to Story Time:  Using Imagination to Build Problem-Solving Skills    In today’s device-centered world, it has become increasingly important to help our children step away from the “screens” and nurture creativity and problem-solving skills in their young minds. It’s becoming increasingly important to ignite their imaginations to rediscover and see their world […]

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